Monday, January 19, 2009

Hans Fahden Winery Wedding in Calistoga, CA

Brad and Gretchen where married at the end of October at the Hans Fahden Winery in Calistoga, CA. Since I had not yet photographed a wedding at Hans I showed up early to take a tour of the grounds. This place is spectacular with a terraced hillside, lush greenery and a middle ages feeling cave. I could shoot here all the time!

I started photographing Gretchen's shoes and fell in love with them. They have perfect lines and the most sophisticated little star pendant. Makeup was done by Reggie Freeman (reggiefreeman@yahoo.com)

The beautiful floral arrangements were designed by Michael Holmes Designs. They gave the bridesmaid's bouquets a unique bird nest look. The tall grasses they have growing at the winery made for a perfect backdrop for some images!

The bamboo looking plant was a fun prop I used to photograph their rings.

The ceremony took place out side on one of the terrace areas where there were shade umbrellas for everyone to block the suns bright rays. At the end of the ceremony Brad and Gretchen retreated for a private moment in the shade.

I had fun photographing Gretchen and Brad as they gave me some of their best sassy looks and played around for the camera.





Rolando the chef from Alex's Catering rocked! His presentations and the flavor of the food were all 5 star!


Glass Slipper Gourmet also did a wonder job on her wine country themed cake with cupcakes. Tasty too!

Thanks to Helena for assisting!

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